Dental Assistant Salary in Cleveland, OH
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$44,779
Hourly Rate
$21.53
/hour
Jobs in Area
282
employed
Dental Assistant Salary Range in Cleveland, OH
Annual Salary Range
$30k
10th percentile
$37k
25th
$53k
75th
$65k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $29,948 | $14.40 |
| 25th Percentile | $36,642 | $17.62 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $44,779 | $21.53 |
| 75th Percentile | $52,566 | $25.27 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $65,320 | $31.40 |
| Average (Mean) | $48,603 | $23.37 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Dental Assistant salary in Cleveland, OH is $44,779 per year or $21.53 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Cleveland-Elyria Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Cleveland, OH Compares
vs National Average
$46,540
vs Ohio Average
$46,662
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$48,939
Cost of living in Cleveland, OH is 8.5% below the national average.
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